Metal casting machine imports in Iraq: data, top suppliers and prices
Iraq imported $13.7 million of metal casting machine in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 98% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 56% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 829 t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 145 t |
| 2017 | $604K | 225 t |
Where Iraq imports metal casting machine from
The largest suppliers were Italy (44%), Turkey (35%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+650% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.1M | 44% |
| Turkey | $4.9M | 35% |
| India | $2.1M | 15% |
| China | $706K | 5.1% |
| Switzerland | $12K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8454
| 8454.30 | Casting machines: of a kind used in metallurgy or in metal foundries | 52% |
| 8454.90 | Machines: parts of converters, ladles, ingot moulds and casting machines, of a kind used in metallurgy or in metal foundries | 46% |
| 8454.20 | Ingot moulds and ladles: of a kind used in metallurgy or in metal foundries | 1.6% |
| 8454.10 | Converters: of a type used in metallurgy or in metal foundries | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8454.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.41 per kg, 52% above the world average of $6.87. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8454: Converters, ladles, ingot moulds and casting machines; of a kind used metallurgy or in metal foundries.
Common questions
What is the value of metal casting machine imported by Iraq?
Iraq imported metal casting machine worth $13.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 98% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal casting machine to Iraq?
Italy was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Turkey (35%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 650% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal casting machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.41 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $6.87 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of metal casting machine to Iraq changed since 2017?
Imports went from $604 thousand in 2017 to $13.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for metal casting machine?
The HS code for metal casting machine is heading 8454. In Iraq the largest six-digit codes were 8454.30 (52% of the value) and 8454.90 (46%). It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8454 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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